Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Fillet, a gourmet dish that’s impressively easy to prepare. This recipe features tender chicken breasts filled with fresh asparagus, creamy mozzarella cheese, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes, offering a delicious combination of savory and satisfying textures. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish not only looks stunning on your plate but also aligns with healthy eating goals. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a wholesome meal that will leave your guests raving about your culinary skills.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 12 asparagus stalks
- 1 ounce sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese
- Olive oil
- Italian seasoning mix
- Garlic powder
- Smoked paprika
- Sea salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts generously with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and pepper.
- Carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast using a sharp knife.
- Prepare the filling by rolling three asparagus stalks and some sun-dried tomatoes inside each slice of mozzarella cheese.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the filling and secure with toothpicks.
- Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and sear the stuffed chicken for 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove toothpicks before serving and enjoy warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 115mg